Welcome!

ArcLight is more than a place to see a movie; it is an experience. Since 2002, our mission has been to create the best moviegoing environment possible, through careful thought, design, and attention to detail. As we are not inclined to boast, weʼll let some of our 500,000+ members express themselves (and imitate characters from their favorite movies):

Reserved Seating

All-reserved seating makes waiting in "hold-out" lines a thing of the past, and there's no more need to rush to the auditorium to save seats. You can even select your seats and purchase your tickets through our website and apps (iPhone, iPad, and Facebook) or at automated kiosks in our theaters. Our ultra comfortable seats are three inches wider than standard theater seats, with double-wide arm rests, and an average of 46” of legroom.

Sight & Sound

The experience inside the cinema auditorium is ArcLight's focal point. Designed to exceed THX standards of presentation excellence, ArcLight auditoriums begin with a "black box" design aesthetic that favors undistracted viewing over opulence and features the best in sight and sound technology, allowing films to be presented as the filmmakers intend.

Unique Programming

Film programming features a wide variety of product with a mix of new-release blockbusters, specialty, and retrospective product. We create unique opportunities to improve the moviegoing experience, including special 21+ screenings (where guests can enjoy a movie while sipping their favorite cocktails), exhibits celebrating film and community, Q&A events, and our ArcLight Presents... series featuring cinema classics, limited releases, and exclusive content.

Fewer Disruptions

To heighten your viewing experience, ArcLight places a heavy emphasis on common courtesy in our auditoriums—no late seating, talking, or cell phone use when programming is on screen. ArcLight prides itself on an advertising-free environment. We do not show commercials before movies, and we limit the number of trailers, so your movie begins shortly after the advertised showtime. The black-box design of our auditoriums also eliminates distractions from the screen.

The ArcLight Community

ArcLight locations are alive with the celebration of film and community. Those in the ArcLight Community can expect to receive emails from ArcLight Cinemas with news about what is happening in theaters, as well as occasional special offers. You can upgrade to ArcLight Membership at any time and immediately receive two ArcLight Presents... tickets (a $28 value). ArcLight Membership is $15 annually. For more information about our Membership Program, click here.

Cafe, Bar, Snacks & Retail

Hungry? Sit down, and get a bite to eat at one of our cafés. Thirsty? Grab a drink at the bar. Want some nibbles for the film? We've got you covered there too. We go the extra mile at our café/bars and concessions stands to provide you with fresh, quality offerings you won't find anywhere else. You can also spend time browsing our retail shops for the perfect gift for a cinephile friend.

Membership

ArcLight offers a Membership program unlike any other. Members get $1.00 off each ticket they purchase online. All money spent online and in the theater allows our members to accumulate points for purchases at the café, bar, gift shop, or for tickets. It's no wonder we have 500,000+ members at our five locations. For more information on our Membership program, click here.

Guest Service

ArcLight employees reflect our overall approach towards moviegoing: we want your experience to be amazing, and we're always available to help. If you want more butter on your popcorn, need directions, validation for parking, or just help finding your reserved seat, we're here.

The ArcLight Experience

There you have it. ArcLight is the movie theater for the movie lover. Don't take our word for it, though:

Gift Card

By selecting Auto-Renew, I agree that ArcLight will auto-renew my membership upon the end of my free trial and then annually thereafter and charge the dues to my credit card on file.

Auto-renew my membership annually

Program benefits and offer valid only at ArcLight Bethesda location and open only to legal residents of Maryland, DC, or Virginia. If you click “Join Now” with auto-renew selected, your credit card on file will be charged the $15 annual membership dues on May 1, 2015 for your membership expiring April 30, 2016, and annually thereafter. You may cancel your free trial before April 30, 2015 and avoid any membership dues by visiting your account page on ArcLightCinemas.com and following the links to remove the “auto-renew” selection. See Terms and Conditions for details and full program rules . Void where prohibited. Offer subject to change or cancellation at any time. Free ArcLight Presents tickets will be applied to your membership account the day after sign up and will expire on April 30, 2015.

For only $15 annually, benefits include:

Save on Admissions

Earn and Redeem Points

Everything you purchase at ArcLight earns you points that you can redeem for savings at the box office, café, concessions, or gift shop. Plus, you can redeem points online!

Get Two Free Tickets to ArcLight Presents...

ArcLight Presents... is a year-round program curated by ArcLight. It features an exciting selection of archival, digital, and first-run films, all in the very best environment (tickets valued at over $28).

After your 6th visit, enjoy our Silver Circle benefits

Free birthday ticket

Our gift to you. Celebrate your birthday with one free visit. Valid for 30 days beginning on your birthday.

Free popcorn upgrades

Order a regular-size popcorn, and receive a large size at no extra cost as a Silver Circle Member. Valid on every visit.

10% off café & coffee bar

Treat yourself to a coffee, snack, or meal at a special Silver Circle Member price. Valid on every visit. Available at locations with coffee bars.

After your 12th visit, enjoy our Gold Circle benefits

Advance purchase for select movies

Our Gold Circle members will have the opportunity to purchase tickets for select titles before the general public.

10% off gift shop

Purchase a gift for a cinephile friend (or yourself) at our gift shop, and enjoy 10% off as a Gold Circle Member. Valid on every visit.

Invitations to exclusive events

Receive invitations for you and a guest to attend Member-only parties, advance screenings, and Q&As with filmmakers.